Laryngectomy Study Day 2026

You are invited to join us for our Laryngectomy Study Day. Presented in collaboration with senior clinicians from local hospitals and Melbourne Speech Pathologist Alanna Bowen, this event will feature expert-led sessions, opportunities for hands-on learning, and a collaborative forum for discussing your submitted case studies.

When: Tuesday 24 February 2026 from 8:30AM to 4:30PM

Where: Ko Awatea, Middlemore Hospital, 54/100 Hospital Road, Auckland 2025

Space is limited. Register below to ensure you don't miss out.

Agenda

Please email your case studies to info.nz@atosmedical.com before 16 February to make sure that they are discussed on the day.

Alanna Bowen is a speech pathologist with 15 years of clinical experience in assessment and management of swallow, speech and voice impairments across various diagnoses. Alanna is passionate about working with patients who have undergone treatment for head and neck cancer, including laryngectomy, using person centred care to achieve improved functional, and quality of life outcomes. She completed a Master of Cancer Sciences at Melbourne University in 2022 which compliments her clinical skills. Alanna has presented at local and national conferences, as well as being co-chair of the Victorian Head and Neck Cancer Special Interest Group.

Alan Spinks is a qualified nurse with over 38 years’ experience. As well as being a nurse, Alan holds an honours degree in psychology. He has a post graduate qualification in Education and has worked exclusively with laryngectomees in UK, NZ, and Australia. Alan is a laryngectomee himself which helps him bring a special insight into living with a TL. He is passionate about improving the lives of his fellow laryngectomees and works tirelessly through consultations and the development of IT Technology.

Please sign up using the below registration form